2017 Ferrari GTC4 Lusso to launch in India on August 2

The Ferrari GTC4 Grand Tourer will serve as a replacement to the Ferrari FF and offers a delicious mix of performance and luxury.

Ferrari showcased the GTC4 Lusso at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show, and it is all set to bring the new luxurious grand tourer to India. The launch is scheduled for August 2. The GTC4 will be loaded with a slew of technical innovations, which help in enhancing the total performance of the supercar while keeping the sophistication levels as high as expected of a Ferrari.

Ferrari GTC4 Lusso: Technology

The interiors of the Ferrari GTC4 Lusso come with dual cockpit architecture, including a 10.25-inch full HD capacitive touchscreen which can be used via two rollers and four buttons. The infotainment system runs on a 1.5GHz Jacinto 6 CPU with 2GB of RAM, which is eight times faster than the previous system. Split view feature allows users to view different type of content simultaneously. It gets sat nav with 3D maps and Apple CarPlay connectivity. The passenger side also gets 8.8-inch colour full HD and Full Touch screen unit that helps monitor car s performance, status of electronics, and even the maps to make the co-passenger a co-driver as well.

Ferrari GTC4 Lusso: Powertrain

As always the most important component when talking about a Ferrari is the engine and when everyone s running after hybrid powertrains this one gets an old school naturally aspirated 6.2-litre V12. The engine delivers a max power output of 680bhp@8250rpm with earth shaking peak torque of 697Nm@5750rpm. It is also mated to a 7-speed dual clutch transmission. It can sprint from 0-100kph in just 3.4 seconds, whereas the maximum speed achievable is 335kph. This blistering performance is aided by the newly-designed piston heads, Ferrari’s anti-knock control software, multispark injection, Ferrari s 4RM-S (four-wheel drive, four-wheel steering) system, and overall weight reduction. ALSO READ: Autonomous cars: Here s a look at the levels of autonomy in new-age vehicles

Ferrari GTC4 Lusso: Competition and Pricing

The GTC4 has a shooting brake design, which is somewhat similar to a station wagon. But this station wagon is expected to retail at a monumental price of around Rs 4.5 crore (ex-showroom). At this range, it will be competing against the likes of the Aston Martin DB11 and Bentley Continental GT to name a few. ALSO READ: After Volvo, Porsche pledges to turn half its lineup to EVs

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